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also bourgeoning
1
as in increasing
to become greater in extent, volume, amount, or number
the trout population in the stream is burgeoning now that the water is clean
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2
as in thriving
to grow vigorously
the spring flowers burgeoned once the warm weather set in for good
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3
as in blooming
to produce flowers
chrysanthemums usually burgeon in early fall
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as in flourishing
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Recent Examples of burgeoning
Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, 20 Dec. 2019
In the face of these threats, Cunning — like scores of fellow scientists in the burgeoning field of coral research — feels particular urgency about his work.
—Steve Johnson, chicagotribune.com, 11 Dec. 2019
Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2024
There’s a reason for the burgeoning market in electronic tags that track your belongings.
—Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 29 Dec. 2024
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Verb
Popular Mechanics spoke with Kobziar at the American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting in San Francisco to learn more about the burgeoning field of science and unravel the impacts these wafted microbes have on the world.
—Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, 20 Dec. 2019
In the face of these threats, Cunning — like scores of fellow scientists in the burgeoning field of coral research — feels particular urgency about his work.
—Steve Johnson, chicagotribune.com, 11 Dec. 2019
Adjective
Signatories included burgeoning progressive voices, like Sojourners founder Jim Wallis, and leaders from Carter’s own denomination, the Southern Baptist Convention.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2024
There’s a reason for the burgeoning market in electronic tags that track your belongings.
—Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker, 29 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for burgeoning
Verb
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The team, however, is not increasing season-ticket prices in the upper level, per the spokesperson.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2025
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Those in his position often pride themselves on insulation, increasing efficiency or an Ivy League education, a few foundations around which the Houston Astros have constructed their golden era.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Being socially connected and having flourishing friendships can deeply enhance the quality of your life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Cultivating a flourishing, diverse gut microbiome seems to translate to a range of health benefits.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
24 June 2025
Verb
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With 2025 fast approaching, the start of a new year offers nonprofit professionals an opportune time to critically assess ongoing and rising trends impacting their communities and constituents.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Operators will have to pay $900 per ton of emissions, rising to $1,500 per ton in a few years.—
Christopher Helman,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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With 11 goals and three assists across 23 appearances in all competitions, Diaz is thriving up front under Arne Slot and was the star player in a stunning 6-3 victory at Tottenham Hotspur.—
Gregg Evans,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Few cities in America maintain a professional network of suburban theaters that specialize in splashy productions of Broadway musicals; Chicago has just such a still-thriving circuit in Aurora, Oakbrook Terrace and Lincolnshire.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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Jackson is also considering expanding her part-time interior decorating business.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Wood was recognized for her leadership in creating and expanding the district’s TRACprogram—Teamwork, Regulation, Acceptance, and Community.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Should seed mixes contain only flowering plants, or is including some non-flowering plants in the mix also helpful?—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Stroll through the exotic and flowering plant life during the December Nights festival on Dec. 6 from 1-7pm and Dec. 7 from noon-6pm.—
Kate Murphy,
Axios,
26 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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On the road heading into Columbia, previously undeveloped land is being paved over and divided into subdivisions.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
11 July 2025
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To put the value of the land into context, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon in late December 2024 approved the sale of one square mile of undeveloped land to the federal government so it could be added to the Grand Teton National Park, for $100 million.—
William C’Hair,
Denver Post,
10 July 2025
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And yet, that’s exactly what Instagram is now encouraging: to share the imperfect, the unfinished, the vulnerable.—
Bryanna Symone,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Just remember that all-purpose cleaner is not suited for porous materials like wood, stone, or any unfinished surface.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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“Burgeoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burgeoning. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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